England player ratings (England v Peru)

England player ratings (England v Peru)

1/17
Joe Hart - 7

There was an argument for starting Fraser Forster or Ben Foster but Hart showed his importance with a few key saves. Heading to the World Cup on top of his game.

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2/17
Glen Johnson - 6

Paul Scholes has questioned whether Roy Hodgson should start Phil Jones at right back but, despite a few shaky moments, Johnson still looks the man for the job.

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3/17
Gary Cahill - 7

The cornerstone of England’s defence, Cahill knows he will face tougher opposition than this in Brazil but he capped a decent performance with his third England goal.

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4/17
Phil Jagielka - 7

Jagielka has been frustrated by calls for John Terry to be brought out of the international wilderness but the Everton defender is now established alongside Cahill. Scored the third and is a guaranteed starter in Brazil.

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5/17
Leighton Baines - 7

England go into a major tournament without Ashley Cole at left back for the first time since 2002 but Baines again showed he deserves his place.

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6/17
Jordan Henderson - 6

Henderson’s form for Liverpool this season makes him favourite to start in the deep-lying midfield position alongside club team-mate Gerrard.

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7/17
Steven Gerrard - 7

The nation held its breath when Gerrard crumpled under a hefty challenge in the first half but, thankfully, the England captain was quickly back on his feet.

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8/17
Adam Lallana - 8

There were no signs that uncertainty surrounding his future will affect Southampton’s Lallana, who is on the verge on joining Liverpool, in Brazil.

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9/17
Wayne Rooney - 6

Hodgson says he is prepared to drop Wayne Rooney if his form does not warrant inclusion but, while he was quiet here, the Manchester United forward looks ready to finally make an impact at a major tournament.

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10/17
Danny Welbeck - 6

A surprise selection ahead of Raheem Sterling on the left, Welbeck did not do enough to show he deserves a starting place against Italy on June 14

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11/17
Daniel Sturridge - 7

Largely subdued but his goal but showed he can produce a moment of brilliance that will be needed in tight games at the World Cup.

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12/17
Jack Wilshere - 6

Vying with Henderson to play alongside Gerrard in midfield, Wilshere now needs to prove his fitness in two friendlies in Miami, against Honduras and Ecuador.

13/17
Raheem Sterling - 7

Sterling was eager to make an impression after being left on the bench and showed glimpses of why he deserves a starting place.

14/17
Chris Smalling - 6

Partnered Cahill in central defence after coming on late in the second half.

15/17
James Milner - 6

Hodgson knows what he is getting with Milner and the Manchester City midfielder’s versatility mean he is a useful member of squad.

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16/17
Ross Barkley - 6

Had little time to make an impression but showed enough to suggest he will excite at the World Cup.

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17/17
John Stones - 6

While Stones is not in England’s 23-man squad for Brazil, a 15-minute cameo will be invaluable experience for the young Everton defender.

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"I am a winner and the players are winners - it doesn't mean we are going to win it out there but we are winners."

On the game, he added: "It was difficult to be fair because they defended well and they were very compact.

"We had worked very hard throughout the week and there wasn't the match sharpness as much as we would have liked.

"But it was great to be out there and we are happy with the result."

On his goal, Sturridge said: "It is not important about myself, it is about the team and our preparation; putting in a shift tactically and technically to be in the best shape for the first game."

Manager Hodgson felt his side were well worth their victory.

"We had to be very patient. We were dominant throughout. It is a perfect end to a perfect two weeks," Hodgson said.

"When you play against teams who get 10 men behind the ball you have to be patient and keep going but I was never in any doubt we would win the game.

"I knew they would tire and I think 3-0 is the minimum we can accept from the game."

On the positives from the match, Hodgson added: "We gained a wonderful send-off to the World Cup.

"When the game was over at 2-0 we took the opportunity to change some of the senior players and give some of the younger ones a chance."